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Tempeh

Steamed & Roasted Tempeh

The best way to cook tempeh that is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Equipment

  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Steaming basket
  • Large pot
  • Baking sheet

Ingredients
  

  • 1 8-ounce block tempeh diced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce or tamari
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp sriracha
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Bring 1 inch of water to a simmer in a medium saucepan with a steamer basket.
  • Add the diced tempeh, cover the pot and steam for 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine the remaining ingredients in a medium bowl to make the marinade.
  • When the tempeh is done steaming, transfer it to the bowl with the marinade and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 30 minutes and up to 4 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Spread the tempeh out in a single layer on the baking sheet, reserving the excess marinade.
  • Roast for 10 minutes, coat the tempeh with the remaining marinade, and roast for another 10 minutes, until crisp on all sides. Serve hot.
Keyword tempeh